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Assam CM Himanta Biswa: Bangladesh’s Two “Choke Points” Face Greater Vulnerability than Siliguri Corridor
India’s chicken’s neck, referred to as the Siliguri corridor, is a slim land passage, approximately 22 km-35 km wide, which connects the northeast region to the rest of…
RJD leader Lalu Prasad ousts his eldest son Tej Pratap Yadav from the party for six years.
This decision came after a controversial announcement on social media by Tej Pratap on Saturday, in which he disclosed that he had been “in a relationship for 12 years”…
Election Commission Unveils Bypoll Schedule for 5 Seats; Find Details Here
Voting will take place on June 19, with vote counting scheduled for June 23, according to the ECI’s statement.
NDA CMs Conference Adopts Resolution Commending Indian Armed Forces and PM Modi for Operation Sindoor
Deputy CM of Maharashtra and Shiv Sena leader Eknath Shinde introduced the resolution, noting that the operation has bolstered the confidence of the Indian populace…
Kavitha’s Letter to KCR Calls for Stricter Criticism of BJP, Ignites Political Controversy
Kavitha’s missive emerged amidst growing speculation about her political trajectory, with rumors suggesting she may leave the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) or even…
Bhujbal: Fadnavis was eager to include me in the cabinet during its initial expansion in December.
Bhujbal (77), a notable OBC leader, was sworn into the Fadnavis cabinet on Tuesday (May 20), marking his return to the Mahayuti 2.0 government after being overlooked for…
DOGE Sets Sights on Census Bureau, Raising Concerns Among Data Users About the Stability of U.S. Data Infrastructure
The Department of Government Efficiency announced on social media this week that it has “terminated” five surveys, amounting to $16.5 million, conducted by the…
Haryana CM Emphasizes Collaborative Efforts for Delhi’s Development Following Meeting with Rekha Gupta
After their meeting at the Delhi Secretariat, Saini expressed gratitude to the people of Delhi for supporting the BJP in the recent elections.
Operation Sindoor Diplomacy: Indian Teams Depart for Japan and UAE to Promote Global Counter-Terrorism Efforts
On Wednesday (May 21), two multi-party delegations embarked on journeys to various global capitals, marking an important diplomatic initiative linked to India’s…
Rahul Gandhi grants property ownership rights to more than 100,000 families in Karnataka, labels it the sixth commitment of the Congress government.
“Everyone owning land in Karnataka should have ownership rights,” Gandhi emphasized during a public gathering in Karnataka’s Vijaynagara.
Bhujbal’s Appointment Ignites Competition for Guardian Minister in Nashik
Chhagan Bhujbal, a seasoned NCP leader and former Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra, took his oath as a Cabinet Minister on Tuesday, May 20, prompting a new wave of…
Kejriwal: Mainstream Parties’ Communal Politics Are the Source of All Issues.
During the launch of AAP’s student wing—the Association of Students for Alternative Politics (ASAP)—Kejriwal stated that parties like the BJP and Congress have…
Bihar Elections: Chirag Confirms No Shift in Chief Minister Candidate Following Meeting with Nitish
On May 18, supporters of Chirag generated excitement within NDA politics in Bihar by displaying posters and banners that positioned him as a potential Chief Minister. It…
7 Delegations, 1 Objective: India Initiates Global Diplomatic Campaign to Highlight Pakistan’s Terror Associations
The significant diplomatic initiative comprises seven multi-party delegations, totaling 51 political leaders, who will visit over 30 countries. This effort aims to…
Maharashtra’s local body elections may take place by the end of the year as the ward formation process starts.
A senior official stated on Monday (May 19) that local body polls might be conducted by the end of the year once all formalities are fulfilled.
Meet Chhagan Bhujbal, the NCP Politician Now Serving as a Minister in Maharashtra
Present at the event were Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, Deputy CMs Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar, along with other significant ministers from the Mahayuti…
Personalized Politics: The Pawars’ Approach to Strengthening Connections
The camaraderie between the uncle-nephew duo transcends mere political chatter—it’s been evident in public appearances, on stage, and through phone calls that suggest a…
Reasons Behind Ajit Pawar’s NCP Being Excluded from All-Party Foreign Delegations
While no official clarification has been provided, the message from the Centre appears clear: Ajit Pawar’s faction may have legal standing, yet it has yet to establish…
UK, EU seek major reset of ties at London summit
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is hosting the leadership of the European Union (EU) at a summit in London on Monday, where several agreements deepening defense and…
Leading sports lawyers return to speak at Stanford Law School
At an all-female panel at the Stanford Law School (SLS) titled “Game Changers: Women Breaking Barriers as In-House Counsel” last Thursday, leaders across professional…
Britain and European Union hold first summit since Brexit : NPR
Ursula von der Leyen, president of the European Commission, left, and Keir Starmer, prime minister of the U.K., greet each other, ahead of their bilateral meeting at the…
Trump warns big business: Eat my tariffs, or pay the price
President Donald Trump is sending a stern warning to Corporate America: He will use his bully pulpit to publicly shame companies that dare to raise prices because of…
Does the great EU reset work?
Sky News’ Sam Coates and Politico’s Anne McElvoy serve up their essential guide to the day in British politics.
Chip Roy Fires New Warning as Trump’s Big Bill Moves Forward: ‘Scam’
Representative Chip Roy (R-TX) warned that President Donald Trump ‘s vast tax and spending bill still “does not yet meet the moment” after it narrowly advanced out of a…
UK and EU agree new trade deal
The talks were the first since Boris Johnson agreed the initial Brexit deal in January 2020, when the UK left the EU.
Delhi launches food and tech incubation drive to support startups
The Delhi government is investing in new infrastructure to support food and technology-based startups, aiming to strengthen the state’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. Two…
Breakthrough in UK-EU Brexit reset talks before summit
Talks between the UK and EU over a significant reset to relations achieved a last-minute breakthrough overnight, believed to be about fishing rights, just before the…
Monday briefing: Reports of late night breakthrough in landmark UK-EU reset deal |
Good morning. Today, Keir Starmer will meet with EU leaders at a crucial Downing Street summit. On Saturday a press release all but said the deal was done – but on…
Europe live: reports of breakthrough in EU-UK talks; centrist wins Romanian presidential poll
The BBC has meanwhile reported a breakthrough in EU-UK talks, citing government sources. We’ll bring you more when we have them.
Centrist mayor wins Romanian presidential race over Trump-inspired nationalist
Centrist Bucharest mayor Nicusor Dan won Romania’s presidential election on Sunday in a shock upset over a nationalist rival who had pledged to put the country on a path…
Trump’s massive tax cut bill passes key US House committee vote
Nonpartisan analysts say bill would add $3-5tn to the nation’s $36.2tn debt over the next decade.
